1970 Lotus Seven vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1972 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Lotus Seven (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lotus Seven | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Seven | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
